When things are going great

You know when things are going great- why is there always a part of me that feels I will jinx myself if I rejoice in the greatness? Well, NO MORE!! I've been so happy lately and really enjoying the simple things in my life. I love to watch my kids play together- especially when the big kids play with the little kids- it is so sweet. I love when it just feels as if all areas of life are working together. I am really learning how much more effective it is to let my kids make their own choices as opposed to Ken or I telling them what to do. It's amazing- they really want to do the right thing and they also really want it to be their choice. That is teaching principle instead of just focusing on behavior. If only I'd known this years ago- but even if I did I wouldn't have listened because I thought my way was better- what a dummy!! Did I mention this works on husbands also? Ken decided to go with me to the adult session of stake conference. It was the first time I didn't beg or try guilt to get him to go with me and what do you know there he was sitting beside me Saturday night. He did lean over and ask me how I got him to go to church on a Saturday night. I just smiled to myself and thought about how much smarter I'm getting as the years and trials pass by!! Did I mention how much I love the simple things?!?